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Post by mrlono on Jan 27, 2015 0:50:54 GMT -6
After researching the Oni brand a bit more I was able to track down a few Rakuten sources, but none currently stock the 527ZR. There is another site, kidana.com, which stocks a lot of Oni but only ships within Japan. Anyone know how to facilitate the delivery from Japan to the states? www.kidana.com/oni%20denim/527zr.htm |
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Post by Mattbert on Jan 27, 2015 9:49:55 GMT -6
After researching the Oni brand a bit more I was able to track down a few Rakuten sources, but none currently stock the 527ZR. There is another site, kidana.com, which stocks a lot of Oni but only ships within Japan. Anyone know how to facilitate the delivery from Japan to the states? www.kidana.com/oni%20denim/527zr.htmPretty sure @untucked has volunteered his services as a Japan -> USA shipping mule before. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 27, 2015 23:29:21 GMT -6
Guys - one other possibility if you're shopping Japan and striking out on Rakuten, try Denimio.com. They recently announced that they will act as a proxy/buyer for stuff that they don't stock. I've purchased denim from their stock but never used their proxy service. I can tell you they are a first class outfit with great prices though. The owner is Mahoto, drop them a line, maybe he can find you a pair of 527ZR's. I was going to search out a pair of the olive version but I went on a self imposed no buy for 90 days instead. I've got a few weeks on my indigo 527zr's and I love them. Gotta love unsanforized heavy denim. Baby fades in two weeks  |
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Post by mrlono on Jan 28, 2015 9:34:49 GMT -6
I've got a few weeks on my indigo 527zr's and I love them. Gotta love unsanforized heavy denim. Baby fades in two weeks Thanks for the tips Mattbert and @stevekas! Stevekas, How do you find the taper on the 527zr? I have the ability to go with a straight fit or the taper, but it looks like the lower leg on the 527zr is significantly skinnier. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2015 2:09:56 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2015 7:36:20 GMT -6
Those look great @stevekas. They look slightly nut crusher, but the fabric is amazing and I'm sure they have a bit of stretch to go.
I want a pair of these bad...don't see them as a reality in the forseeable future though. Too caught up in all of the other indigo I've got. Maybe towards the end of summer.
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Post by jackgordon on Jan 31, 2015 8:07:16 GMT -6
That fabric looks amazing. I'd really like some real premium Japanese jeans and I'd been looking at Samurai and then Iron Heart, but that Oni fabric looks like nothing else.
Saying that, if any more jeans arrive in the post my girlfriend will kill me. I guess a lot of guys could say that, and you're all still here..
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2015 12:15:41 GMT -6
@david, yeah they are borderline nutcrushers. I do like my fit on the tighter side but I'm looking for a bit more stretch on these. They've already given a bit since the initial soak so I think in another 3-4 weeks the fit will be where I want it. jackgordon, I can't say enough about this fabric. It's really, really cool stuff. You can't go wrong with any of the brands you mentioned though. |
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Post by elfsedge on Feb 4, 2015 1:24:32 GMT -6
After researching the Oni brand a bit more I was able to track down a few Rakuten sources, but none currently stock the 527ZR. There is another site, kidana.com, which stocks a lot of Oni but only ships within Japan. Anyone know how to facilitate the delivery from Japan to the states? www.kidana.com/oni%20denim/527zr.htmI have a pair of these coming from that site via proxy. Will update after I get them sutocorp.com got them for me, fabulous service also, if you guys are looking for more active forums, reddit is probably the best place to get good answers |
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Post by mrlono on Feb 4, 2015 15:26:45 GMT -6
Thanks elfsedge. I ended up getting a pair of 288 through Rodeo Bros' Rakuten store. The 288 fabric is similar (possibly same ??) to the 527, at 20 oz and with a lot of nep. Just received them last night and they are beautiful! I highly recommend Rodeo Bros for their customer service and shipping. Don't have time this week but I'll post some pre- and post-soak photos soon. |
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Post by elfsedge on Feb 7, 2015 1:56:22 GMT -6
My 527ZRs get here tomorrow! Gotta love 3 day shipping from Japan. Just a FYI- it looks like rodeobros and hinoya have restocked a ton of Oni models. If these don't fit, I'll be ordering some 517s!
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 9, 2015 19:43:07 GMT -6
I am calling out to the forum for help on the sizing of these jeans: global.rakuten.com/en/store/auc-rodeo/item/oni-288-o/The site says one-wash, so I would think the measurements they provide are after the wash. Does anyone know for sure? At $181, it's a damn good price for Oni 20 oz. |
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Post by elfsedge on Feb 10, 2015 21:23:24 GMT -6
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Post by elfsedge on Feb 10, 2015 21:23:56 GMT -6
I am calling out to the forum for help on the sizing of these jeans: global.rakuten.com/en/store/auc-rodeo/item/oni-288-o/The site says one-wash, so I would think the measurements they provide are after the wash. Does anyone know for sure? At $181, it's a damn good price for Oni 20 oz. yeah, one wash measurements. just be careful, they measure differently so it's hard to decipher |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2015 21:33:37 GMT -6
I don't normally get excited about Indigo jeans but damn..... this looks awesome. love the texture and the weft... Very nice. Btw, mind to share how much you pay for it including shipping? Edit: Never mind, I saw your post in Reddit and the cost is $240. Not bad at all. |
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Post by Old26 on Feb 11, 2015 10:22:40 GMT -6
Those are pretty effin' cool. What is the weight on those?
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Post by marauder on Feb 11, 2015 10:41:29 GMT -6
Those are pretty effin' cool. What is the weight on those? 20oz |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2015 21:13:43 GMT -6
Stopped into blue in green today and realized I need a pair of oni 20oz olive secrets in my life...rakuten search to commence in the near future
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Post by mrlono on Feb 12, 2015 17:14:59 GMT -6
For reference, here are the raw (non-washed) measurements from my Oni 288: Waist: 38/38.5 (unstretched/stretched, laying flat) Thigh: 27.5 (2" down) Knee: 21 (15" down) Cuff: 18.75 The measurements were pretty close to the Rodeo Bros guide; my waist is slightly larger but I'm not sure how they measure. From what I've read you can expect 6-8% shrinkage  , which should make them fit nicely. I'll report back with some photos after a soak. |
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Oni Denim
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Post by bentin on Mar 2, 2015 18:18:15 GMT -6
Like others, I'm thinking about using Rakuten / Rodeo Bros to grab a pair of Oni; for non sanforized, is it best to stick to straight leg if I don't want super skinny lowers? Thanks!
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 2, 2015 19:30:38 GMT -6
I'm getting the 228 in size 36 when they come back around.
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 2, 2015 19:32:36 GMT -6
For reference, here are the raw (non-washed) measurements from my Oni 288: Waist: 38/38.5 (unstretched/stretched, laying flat) Thigh: 27.5 (2" down) Knee: 21 (15" down) Cuff: 18.75 The measurements were pretty close to the Rodeo Bros guide; my waist is slightly larger but I'm not sure how they measure. From what I've read you can expect 6-8% shrinkage , which should make them fit nicely. I'll report back with some photos after a soak. How was the post soak? Can you post measurements? |
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Post by mrlono on Mar 2, 2015 22:26:06 GMT -6
For reference, here are the raw (non-washed) measurements from my Oni 288: Waist: 38/38.5 (unstretched/stretched, laying flat) Thigh: 27.5 (2" down) Knee: 21 (15" down) Cuff: 18.75 The measurements were pretty close to the Rodeo Bros guide; my waist is slightly larger but I'm not sure how they measure. From what I've read you can expect 6-8% shrinkage , which should make them fit nicely. I'll report back with some photos after a soak. I found I needed two hot soaks to get the Oni to shrink to my liking. Here are measurements post-soaks: Waist: 36.5/37 (unstretched/stretched, laying flat) Thigh: 26.5 (2" down) Knee: 20 (15" down) Cuff: 18 Here's a few photos as well.     |
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 3, 2015 6:25:05 GMT -6
Those were size 38 or 36?
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Post by mrlono on Mar 3, 2015 10:34:49 GMT -6
These were 36. The measurements seem pretty close to what was shown on Rakuten, but I can't decipher what methods they use to measure everything.
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, which should make them fit nicely. I'll report back with some photos after a soak.
